Clendenning v. Worcester Insurance

Bonnie Clendenning filed suit in Superior Court against the defendant, Worcester Insurance Company (Worcester), alleging both breach of contract arising out of a homeowner’s insurance policy (policy) issued to her by Worcester and violations of G. L. c. 93A. The parties filed cross motions for summary judgment. A Superior Court judge allowed Clendenning’s motion and denied Worcester’s motion. A second judge entered judgment for Clendenning and, pursuant to G. L. c. 93A, awarded her prejudgment interest from the date of her demand for relief. Worcester appeals, arguing that the court erred in…